Location: Odessa
Top Things to do in Odessa
The 10 Best Things to do in Odessa, Florida (FL)
Odessa is a census-designated place (CDP) in Pasco County, Florida, United States. The population was 3,173 at the 2000 census and more than doubled to 7,267 in 2010. Northwest of Tampa, Odessa had been an area of open spaces, ranching, and horse properties. More recently it has seen many suburban property developments as Tampa's population expands.
Restaurants in Odessa
1. The Suncoast Center for Fine Scale Modeling
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 15 reviews
Immerse yourself in the world of modeling and be inspired by works of true craftsmanship. The Suncoast Center for Fine Scale Modelling features four operating train layouts, military models, and dollhouse miniatures from around the world. Whether you just enjoy fine modeling or want to learn new techniques, you'll have a great time. The Center is OPEN the 3rd Saturday of the following months - Sep thru May and we are closed from Jun thru Aug for enhancements and renovations. We are a member of the Museum association of Florida. if you bring your membership card from one of the many attractions associated with this, there is a discounted admission.
Reviewed By Hermansbud
Each exhibit offers a look back in time and looked very authentic to detail. Well worth the price of admission, they provided step stools for children to see better.
2. West Coast Morgans, Inc.
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 8 reviews
We offer excellent riding and driving lessons, camps, and special events. We are available for horse-themes corporate functions as well! Visitors are always welcome! Contact us to schedule a tour of our gorgeous facility! We have amazing equestrian programs that are education and safety based. We offer camps, events, lessons, horse shows and community events. Check out the farm calendar of events on the farm page and come on out!
3. Golden Spirit Alpaca Ranch
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 9 reviews
Reviewed By LynnAbrevaya - Florham Park, United States
Lots of fun for all ages there was a brief description of the ranch and the animals and lots of timeto feed and make friends with all of the animals including a llama!
4. Old McMicky's Farm
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 48 reviews
Great Family Fun! Old McMicky’s Farm is Florida’s most unique, fun and hands-on children's educational Farm and Beautiful Party location! Interactive Farm Tours with Pony Rides, Hay Rides, Milk a cow, catch a chicken, barn maze, baby barn, goats, pigs and much more – creating unforgettable memories the whole family will be talking about for a long time! The Farm also hosts the Best Kids’ Birthday Parties. Plus enjoy Beautiful Barn Weddings, Company Picnics, Private Parties and more at our picturesque, lakeside location! Walk-Ins Welcome! Group Tours & Field Trips available by reservation. BIRTHDAY PARTIES Give your child a one-of-a-kind, fun birthday party in Tampa – on the farm! Kids will have a blast during the hands-on educational tour at Old McMicky’s Farm – creating unforgettable memories they will be talking about for a long time! Kids will enjoy up-close experiences milking a cow, catching chickens, pony rides, hay ride, barn maze, pigs, goats and more – then walk over to our picturesque Red Barn or shaded picnic party area overlooking beautiful Crescent Lake to celebrate your child’s birthday with a pizza party! The Farm also hosts beautiful Barn Weddings, Company Picnics, Private Party Rentals and more on a beautiful 40 acre lake!
Reviewed By Worldlycouple - Tampa, United States
We were invited to here for a child's birthday party. , We had never herd of it before and reluctantly went! I say reluctantly because we had gone to a "similar" attraction last year called Horse Power and it was the absolute worst - filthy, pathetic animals, etc. This was NO SUCH THING! What a breath of fresh air. You can tell from the moment you walk in that this is well kept, and the owners have pride in what they are attempting to achieve. We went on a hay ride throughout the property and based on the older structures we figure this must have been a summer camp at one time; we could only imagine the memories made on this beautiful lakefront property. And it is in the process of making a lot more memories, just in a different way. The pride shows throughout, from the well manicured grass to the well cred for animals. The barn (where you have your birthday parties) is quaint and has lots of character. The chandeliers were even noticed by our 5 year old, nice touch! The animals all seem well fed, clean and healthy; they also have a nice selection of farm animals, I guess that is what I liked, they have FARM animals, pigs, goats, cows, chickens, etc. Not trying to be something they are not. They are a farm, I liked that! They also have a horse ride, and they have several horses, all look in good health and they place the right horse with the child's proportion. The kids are taught respect for the animals, importance of proper hygiene and given an ample opportunity to interact. The staff were all very polite and seemed to like what they were doing! Only negative, the snack bar is a bit pricey, bring your own soda, water and snacks.
5. Suncoast Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4 reviews
6. Odessa Wildlife Rescue and Sanctuary
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 9 reviews
7. Big Storm Brewing Co
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 28 reviews
Reviewed By ssdgm1 - Tampa, United States
Great beer, great food, great service! A nice local spot to grab a beer and have a good lunch. Service is always top notch and friendly!
8. The Eagles Golf Club
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 50 reviews
The Eagles Golf Club boasts a long, proud tradition as the standard of excellence for public access golf in the Tampa market and we are honored to preserve that legacy. The Eagles two championship golf courses, The Lakes and The Forest, offer our players distinctly different experiences at our location in the prestigious gated Eagles community.
Reviewed By djtheoret - Lakeland, United States
The Eagles Golf Club in Odessa Florida is located about 20 minutes north of the Tampa International airport and is one of the best public access golf courses in the area. The Eagles Golf Club features two 18-hole championship golf courses, both located with the gated Eagles master-planned community. The community was growing by leaps and bounds when I lived there in 2001 and to this day, new homes are still going up. Over the years these two courses have received numerous accolades including 3 1/2 stars by Golf Digest Places to Play. Back in 2007 when the Tampa Bay Times put together a collection of the Best 18 Holes in Tampa Bay, two of the Eagle’s 36 holes were selected. Between the two courses, there are over 30 ponds, lakes, and canals as well as an abundance of majestic oaks all creating two golf courses that are as much fun to look at as they are to play. The Eagles Golf Club has long been recognized for its well-manicured playing conditions on both courses. The Lakes Course was designed first and opened for play in 1970. The Forest Course followed 25 years later in 1995. The Lakes Course dates back to 1970 and plays 7,005 yards from the Black Tees. I found that the White Tees (6,188/69.8/129) provided an ample challenge. With five sets of tees, there is a suitable distance for any level of golfer; just be sure to choose the one that best fits your game. Of the two courses, The Lakes plays more like what you’d expect from a Florida course. As you can imagine with any course that is over 50 years old, The Lakes Course features massive mature oak trees that can come into play at various times as you make your way around the layout. Although there are only 39 bunkers, they seem to be strategically placed. As the name implies, water comes into play all but one hole with water framing the boundary on several fairways. The Forest Course was built in 1995 with NBC Golf commentator Gary Koch designing the front none and legendary Florida golf course architect Ron Garl designing the inward nine. My guess is that since it opened, the nines have been switched. That’s the only way to explain why the Ron Garl signature island green is on Number 6. The Forest underwent a renovation in 2012 and the Champion Dwarf Bermuda greens ad 419 Bermuda fairways are as good as any in the area. It plays 6,604 yards from the back tees with a course rating of 73.4 and a slope of 134. At 6,159 yards, the Blue Tees (70.2/129) will give most golfers all they can handle and still let them leave with a little dignity intact. The two courses are completely different. While the Lakes Course plays over 400 yards longer, Forest is more of a shotmaker’s course, with wooded fairways and smaller greens. Unlike the Lakes, it requires accuracy and control off the tee to properly navigate the contoured fairways and seemingly overprotected greens. Many of the green fronts are open and give way to a bump-and-run shot when approaches are hit short. Although its name implies woods and trees, water figures into play on at least 14 holes. Inside the clubhouse, the food is fantastic. The Eagles Golf Club makes one of the best breakfast sandwiches I’ve ever had on or off a golf course. Start with your choice of bread, a bagel, or an English muffin and add either one or two eggs, cooked enough that they won’t be messy. Throw in your choice of bacon, ham, or sausage and cheese, and you’ve got a sandwich that’s a meal. After your round, you can’t go wrong with some of the best chicken wings in the area, available in a variety of sauces. Their burgers are delicious and the homemade meatball sandwich covered with marinara sauce and provolone cheese has to be tried by at least one person in the foursome. The Eagles Golf Club also has a full liquor bar and several domestic and craft beers on tap. The clubhouse at the Eagles is also a great place for a wedding or other special event. Their talented and professional staff can help with everything from a small intimate affair to a banquet for 200 guests. Menu planning is one of their specialties. The Eagles Golf Club offers several membership programs including their Golden Eagle Golf Membership. This includes unlimited golf with the payment of a member cart fee year-round, limited golf instruction, and complimentary range balls just to name a few. You can get the complete rundown of what’s included on their website under the Membership tab.
